Christopher Tanev is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2024/25 NHL season. He previously had stints with the Boston Bruins, Vancouver Canucks, and Calgary Flames. Tanev began his NHL career with the Vancouver Canucks in the 2010–11 season.
He made his debut on January 18, 2011, and scored his first NHL goal in 2013. He signed a five-year contract extension in 2015. In 2020, he joined the Calgary Flames on a four-year deal and was later traded to the Dallas Stars on February 28, 2024, after posting two assists in 19 playoff games. Two days later, he signed a six-year, $27 million contract with Toronto ($4.5 million AAV), as per Spotrac.
Chris Tanev's wife
Chris Tanev’s wife is Kendra Shelters-Tanev. She is from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. They met at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), as per Sportsnet.
How old is Kendra Tanev?
Kendra Tanev was born on July 9, 1989. She is 35 years old, as of May 2025.
What does Kendra Tanev do for a living?
Kendra Shelters-Tanev worked as a Physician Assistant at Rochester Regional Health from 2014 to 2023.
She earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) from 2007 to 2011. She played on the women’s soccer team at RIT. She earned a Master of Science as a Physician Assistant from Le Moyne College from 2012 to 2014, as per her LinkedIn profile.
She played in the midfield and appeared in 18 games. She also made two starts during her college soccer career. She registered 25 shots and scored two goals for the RIT Tigers, both of which contributed to game-winning victories.
Before her tenure with the RIT Tigers, Kendra played varsity soccer at Lyons High School. As a senior, she served as team captain and earned accolades such as the 2006 American Army MVP, All-Wayne District first team, and All-New York State team. Additionally, she was recognized as the Higher Foods Player of the Week. (via RIT's official website)
Kendra Tanev's parents
Kendra Tanev was born to parents Cynthia and Robert Sanctuaries on July 9, 1989, in Newark, New York. (via RIT's official website)
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FAQs on Chris Tanev
A. Chris Tanev was born on December 20, 1989.
A. Chris Tanev is 35 years old, as of May 2025.
A. Chris Tanev plays for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
A. No, Chris Tanev was undrafted.
A. Chris Tanev has played for four NHL teams: Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Dallas Stars, and Toronto Maple Leafs.
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